How to make an archive copy of WhatsApp from iPhone - briefly?
To create an archive copy of WhatsApp from your iPhone, you can use the built-in backup feature in iCloud or manually export chats via email or another messaging platform.
How to make an archive copy of WhatsApp from iPhone - in detail?
To create an archive copy of WhatsApp from your iPhone, you can follow these detailed steps:
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Backup via iCloud:
- Ensure that your iPhone is connected to a stable Wi-Fi network.
- Go to the Settings app on your iPhone.
- Tap on your name at the top of the screen to access the Apple ID settings.
- Select 'iCloud' and then scroll down to find 'WhatsApp'.
- Toggle the switch for WhatsApp to enable iCloud backup. This will automatically create a backup of your WhatsApp data, including messages, photos, and videos.
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Backup via Email:
- Open WhatsApp on your iPhone.
- Go to the chat or group from which you want to export messages.
- Tap on the name of the contact or group at the top of the screen.
- Scroll down and select 'Export Chat'. You will be prompted to choose whether you want to include media (photos, videos) in the export. Selecting 'Include Media' will create a larger file but ensure that all attachments are included.
- Choose how you want to send the chat history. Options typically include Mail, Messages, or other apps installed on your device. For an archive copy, selecting 'Mail' is recommended.
- Enter the email address where you want to send the backup and tap 'Send'. This will create a .zip file containing all the exported data.
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Backup via File Manager Apps:
- Download and install a file manager app from the App Store, such as Documents by Readdle or Files.
- Open WhatsApp on your iPhone and go to the chat or group you want to backup.
- Tap on the name of the contact or group at the top of the screen.
- Scroll down and select 'Export Chat'. Choose whether to include media in the export.
- Select 'Save to Files' from the sharing options. This will save the .zip file containing your chat history to the iCloud Drive or local storage on your device.
- You can then access this backup through the file manager app and transfer it to your computer or cloud storage for safekeeping.
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Backup via Computer (Manual Method):
- Connect your iPhone to your computer using a USB cable.
- Open iTunes (on macOS Catalina 10.15 or earlier) or Finder (on macOS Big Sur 11.0 or later).
- Select your iPhone from the list of devices.
- Click on 'Back Up Now' to create a manual backup of your entire device, including WhatsApp data. This method is more comprehensive but less targeted than the other methods.
By following these steps, you can ensure that you have an archive copy of your WhatsApp messages and media from your iPhone. Regularly backing up your data helps protect against loss and allows for easy transfer to a new device if needed.